malevolently

adverb

Meaning

In a manner showing a desire to cause harm, distress, or misfortune to others.

Examples

She smiled malevolently as she watched her rival struggle with the difficult task.
The dark clouds hovered malevolently over the valley, threatening a violent storm.

Synonyms: meanly, maliciously, viciously, malignantly, venomously

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malevolently

adverb

Pronunciation: məˈlevələntli

Definition

In a manner showing a desire to cause harm, distress, or misfortune to others.

Examples

She smiled malevolently as she watched her rival struggle with the difficult task.
The dark clouds hovered malevolently over the valley, threatening a violent storm.
He spoke malevolently about his former colleagues, hoping to ruin their reputations.

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